1 of 4 Easter Series at Tabernacle Baptist Church 2011

1. Which picture describes your current spiritual condition?

2. OASIS Finding Rest for the Weary

3. Escaping a Performance Mentality Luke 10:38-42

4. Introduction The Biblical concept of “oasis” is described by the words sabbath or rest Matt. 11:28-30 Heb. 4:11

5. Bethany 2 Miles

6. Introduction Bethany is either “the house of date palms” or “the house of poverty, affliction” Bethany was a favorite stop for Jesus Jesus had 3 great friends who lived there

7. Introduction In the resurrected Christ, there is relief from the pressures of performance

8. Pitfalls Distraction with the preparations Comparison of self to others Anxiety and anger at shortcomings

9. Fall Creek 2 Miles

10. Choose the Better Thing Focus on the RELATIONSHIP, listening attentively to our Lord Take personal RESPONSIBILITY for spiritual growth Lift the BURDEN of performance, and serve responsively and refreshingly